Patent classifications
H04K3/42
ADJUSTABLE NULL STEERING IN A STATIONARY NETWORK
A null steering adjuster in a stationary wireless network identifies the presence or absence of a current set of phase differences in a dataset. The dataset includes legitimate sets of phase differences detected between radio frequency signals received by multiple antennas from respective legitimate sources. The current set of phase differences is detected between radio frequency signals currently received by the antennas. When the current set of phase differences is absent from the dataset, a null is created in the antenna pattern of the antennas in the direction of the currently-received radio frequency signals. When the current set of phase differences is present in the dataset, the antenna pattern is maintained.
Directional High-Energy Radio Frequency Weapon
Systems, methods and apparatus are described for a HERF weapon that may emit high-energy radio waves at a target based on locational information and a frequency associated with the target. The HERF weapon may receive the frequency and locational information from a sensing system. The HERF weapon may emit a high energy pulse toward the target and on the frequency associated with the target to disable or destroy the target without affecting nearby devices. The HERF weapon may allow the user to avoid detection by using a frequency that corresponds to the target's operating frequency.
Deterrent for unmanned aerial systems
A system for providing integrated detection and deterrence against an unmanned vehicle including but not limited to aerial technology unmanned systems using a detection element, a tracking element, an identification element and an interdiction or deterrent element. Elements contain sensors that observe real time quantifiable data regarding the object of interest to create an assessment of risk or threat to a protected area of interest. This assessment may be based e.g., on data mining of internal and external data sources. The deterrent element selects from a variable menu of possible deterrent actions. Though designed for autonomous action, a Human in the Loop may override the automated system solutions.
Jamming signal generating apparatus and method thereof
This application relates to a jamming signal generating apparatus. In one aspect, the jamming signal generating apparatus includes a signal analyzer configured to perform measurement and analysis of a radar reception signal, and a radio frequency (RF) source signal output device configured to receive the radar reception signal and to output a video signal by reflecting the measurement and the analysis. The jamming signal generating apparatus may also include a frequency up converter configured to output a jamming signal and a jamming transmission signal measurement device configured to receive the video signal and the jamming signal and to obtain a jamming to signal ratio (JSR).
ULTRA-WIDE BAND RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEM
A radio frequency (RF) jamming device includes a differential segmented aperture (DSA), a jammer source outputting a jamming signal at one or more frequencies or frequency bands to be jammed, and RF electronics that amplify and feed the jamming signal to the DSA so as to emit a jamming beam. The DSA includes an array of electrically conductive tapered projections, and the RF electronics comprise power splitters configured to split the jamming signal to aperture pixels of the DSA. The aperture pixels comprise pairs of electrically conductive tapered projections of the array of electrically conductive tapered projections. The RF electronics further comprise pixel power amplifiers, each connected to amplify the jamming signal fed to a single corresponding aperture pixel of the DSA. The RF jamming device may include a rifle-shaped housing, with the DSA mounted at a distal end of the barrel of the rifle-shaped housing.
Magnetic stripe reader tamper protection
A technique for tamper protection of incoming data signal to an electronic device is disclosed. An intentional interference signal is generated and modulated onto the incoming data signal as one composite input signal, to prevent unauthorized acquisition of valid data from the incoming data signal. The magnitude of the interference signal is adjusted to correspond to the magnitude of the incoming data signal, thereby preventing an attacker from properly differentiating the two different signals and/or decoding the valid data from the composite input signal. Once the composite input signal is safely received within the device, the interference signal can be filtered out in either analog mode or digital mode.
Portable Electromagnetic Countermeasure Device
A portable Electromagnetic Countermeasure (ECM) device is disclosed for military and civilian population protection from electromagnetic communications and attack, including cell phones, radios, radio-triggered explosive devices, and other personal and portable devices comprising transmitters and receivers. The portable ECM device is usable by a person such as a soldier or policeman to protect themselves and other people around them from spy, guerrilla, military and terrorist threats. The portable (ECM) device comprises a first antenna and a second antenna, both to communicate radio signals with a software defined radio (SDR), and a control pack having a microprocessor operable by remote network connection, or by a mode selector on board the device, to control the SDR according to a mode selected, to receive, produce, and classify radio signals.
Anti-eavesdropping shelter for protection of wireless communication
A method improves an anti-eavesdropping (AE)-shelter that emits interference signals that protect communication between legitimate transmitters and legitimate receivers in the AE-shelter. The method includes determining a circular boundary for the AE-shelter; improving the AE-shelter by uniformly placing a number of jammers at the boundary; tuning emitting power of the jammers; and improving a coverage area of the interference signals.
SELF-POWERED LOUDSPEAKER FOR SOUND MASKING
A sound masking system includes a self-amplified loudspeaker emitter unit, with a driver and enlarged ported enclosure, sufficient to provide a frequency range down to a low frequency, such as about 125 Hz. To deliver the power, the power distribution architecture includes audio power amplifiers in the emitter housing of each loudspeaker. Raw power is delivered to each emitter unit through a cable and connectors, such as an Ethernet cable and connectors, in the same cable with the sound masking and audio signals. Inside the emitter units are electronics that efficiently convert the raw power and low level signal to drive the loudspeaker directly. The power comes from a typical desktop power supply, from which the power is combined with the sound masking and audio signals using a power injector unit that distributes the combined power and signals to loudspeakers. The loudspeakers can connect to an individually addressed sound masking network.
DUAL-GRIP PORTABLE COUNTERMEASURE DEVICE AGAINST UNMANNED SYSTEMS
A portable countermeasure device is provided comprising one or more directional antennae, one or more disruption components and at least one activator. The portable countermeasure device further comprises a body having a dual-grip configuration, with the directional antennae are affixed to a front portion of the body. The one or more disruption components may be internally mounted within the device body. The dual-grip configuration allows an operator to use his body to steady and support the device while maintaining the antenna on target. The second grip is positioned adjacent the first grip, with the first grip angled toward the rear of the device and the second grip angled toward the front of the device. The portable countermeasure device is aimed at a specific drone, the activator is engaged, and disruptive signals are directed toward the drone, disrupting the control, navigation, and other signals to and from the drone.